Bombardier Announces the Election of its Board of Directors

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Bombardier (OTC:BDRBF) announced that all 13 nominees listed in its management proxy circular dated March 9, 2026, were elected as directors at the April 30, 2026 annual general meeting.

The ballot shows strong shareholder support with individual "For" votes ranging from 96.62% to 99.97%; J. Allen Smith received 99.83% For and Ojus Ajmera received 99.97% For.

Positive

• All 13 management nominees were elected as directors
• Ojus Ajmera received 99.97% For
• J. Allen Smith received 99.83% For
• Tenure continuity with multiple incumbents re-elected by wide margins

Negative

• Pierre Beaudoin received the lowest listed support at 96.62% For
• Antony N. Tyler received 97.88% For
• Diane Giard received 97.48% For

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MONTREAL, April 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier announces that all nominees in its management proxy circular dated March 9, 2026, were elected as directors of Bombardier Inc. during its annual general meeting of shareholders held earlier today. Detailed results of the ballot for the election of directors are below.

Election of Directors

Following a vote, each of the following 13 candidates proposed by management was elected a director of Bombardier:

Candidates	Votes For		% For		Votes Against		% Against
Ojus Ajmera	153,342,567		99.97		50,809		0.03
Pierre Beaudoin	148,201,037		96.62		5,192,337		3.38
Joanne Bissonnette	150,579,033		98.17		2,814,342		1.83
Charles Bombardier	150,985,358		98.43		2,408,017		1.57
Rose Damen	152,927,976		99.70		465,400		0.30
Bettina Fetzer	152,547,136		99.45		846,240		0.55
Diane Fontaine	150,986,435		98.43		2,406,740		1.57
Diane Giard	149,534,322		97.48		3,859,053		2.52
Anthony R. Graham	152,889,140		99.67		504,236		0.33
Éric Martel	152,796,545		99.61		596,631		0.39
Melinda Rogers-Hixon	152,783,281		99.60		610,095		0.40
J. Allen Smith	153,135,537		99.83		257,839		0.17
Antony N. Tyler	150,147,543		97.88		3,245,332		2.12

About Bombardier

At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.

For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it.

Bombardier customers operate a fleet of more than 5,200 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for Brands and Communication Design. 

For Information

For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Sustainability report, as well as the company’s plans to cover all its flight operations with a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend utilizing the Book and Claim system visit bombardier.com.

Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at bombardier.com. Follow us on X @Bombardier.

Bombardier is a registered trademark of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.

Media Contacts
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Francis Richer de La Flèche Vice President, Financial Planning and Investor Relations  Bombardier + 1 514 954-1715

Mark Masluch Senior Director, Communications Bombardier +1 514 855-7167

FAQ

Who was elected to Bombardier's board at the April 30, 2026 meeting (BDRBF)?

All 13 management nominees were elected as directors on April 30, 2026. According to the company, the elected slate includes Ojus Ajmera, Pierre Beaudoin, Joanne Bissonnette, Charles Bombardier, Rose Damen, Bettina Fetzer, Diane Fontaine, Diane Giard, Anthony R. Graham, Éric Martel, Melinda Rogers-Hixon, J. Allen Smith and Antony N. Tyler.

What voting support did Bombardier directors receive in the April 30, 2026 vote (BDRBF)?

Individual "For" vote percentages ranged from 96.62% to 99.97%. According to the company, most directors received well over 97% support, with Ojus Ajmera at 99.97% and J. Allen Smith at 99.83%.

Did any Bombardier director receive notably lower shareholder support on April 30, 2026 (BDRBF)?

Yes; one director had comparatively lower support but remained elected. According to the company, Pierre Beaudoin recorded 96.62% For votes, the lowest listed percentage among the nominees, and still secured election.

Where can investors find Bombardier's director election results and corporate information (BDRBF)?

Election results and corporate information are available on Bombardier's official channels. According to the company, investors can consult Bombardier's website for corporate news, sustainability reports, and investor contacts for further details.

What does the April 30, 2026 board election mean for Bombardier's governance (BDRBF)?

The election confirmed management's full slate and continuity of board leadership. According to the company, the results maintain existing director composition and signal shareholder endorsement of the nominated board.